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Port of Armadale, Isle of Skye

GBAMD🇬🇧United Kingdom

Port Location

About Port of Armadale, Isle of Skye

Also known as: Port Faochagach

Armadale is a small harbor on the southern tip of the Isle of Skye, Scotland. It serves local traffic and is exposed to the Sound of Sleat. The harbor is suitable for small vessels.

Background
Armadale is a village near the southern end of the Sleat peninsula on the Isle of Skye, in the Highland council area of Scotland. Like most of Sleat, but unlike most of Skye, the area is fairly fertile, and though there are hills, most do not reach a great height. It looks out over the Sound of Sleat, to Morar and Mallaig.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
5ft
Tidal Range
4ft
Elevation
1m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Unknown
Pilotage Compulsory
No
Tug Assistance
No
Cranes
Mobile
Drydock
U
Repair Code
C

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
33090 →
GeoNames ID
2643155 →
Wikidata
Q957272 →
Wikipedia
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Identification

UN/LOCODE
GBAMD
Country
🇬🇧United Kingdom
Time Zone
UTC+0
Feature Type
HBR (Harbor)

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Coastal natural
Shelter
Fair

Region

Subdivision
GB-HLD
Area
UK Coast & Atlantic
Latitude
57.0652°
Longitude
-5.8942°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Armadale, Isle of Skye?+
The approach to Armadale, Isle of Skye is supported by 4 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Sgeir Dhearg Lighthouse at 4.2 NM to the SE. Other aids include Eileanan Dubha (14.3 NM NNE), Gairlochy (31 NM ESE), Scarinish (45.3 NM SW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What sea or ocean is the Port of Armadale, Isle of Skye on?+
The Port of Armadale, Isle of Skye is situated on the North Atlantic Ocean in GB. The area falls within the subarctic climate zone with cold winters and potential ice conditions, which can influence port operations and seasonal shipping patterns.
How do I track vessels arriving at or departing from the Port of Armadale, Isle of Skye?+
You can track vessels near Armadale, Isle of Skye (GBAMD) in real time using MarineRadar. The platform displays live AIS positions of nearby ships, including vessel name, type, flag, speed, and course. Use the "Track Vessels Nearby" button on this page or search for GBAMD on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Armadale, Isle of Skye?+
The Port of Armadale, Isle of Skye operates in the UTC+0 time zone. Operating hours, VTS schedules, and pilot availability vary — vessel agents should confirm with the port authority in advance, especially for night arrivals or weekend operations.